Treats cancer.

Despite having serious side effects, Etopophos (etoposide phosphate) has been on the market for over 30 years and doctors are very familiar with its effectiveness and safety.

Quick facts about Etopophos

Drug class: Cancer

Rx status: Prescription only

Generic status: No lower cost generic available

Upsides

Etopophos (etoposide phosphate) has been on the market for over 30 years.

There is a lot of evidence of its effectiveness and experience with what side effects you might have with this medication.

Etopophos (etoposide phosphate) is available in an injection into the vein, but a different form of this medication (etoposide) is also available. You and your doctor can decide what form is better for you.

Etopophos (etoposide phosphate) can be given in a smaller amount of fluid and over a faster period of time compared to another form of the medicine (etoposide) since Etopophos (etoposide phosphate) is not associated with a large drop in blood pressure during injection.

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Risks and Warnings for Etopophos (etoposide phosphate)

Low platelet and white blood cell counts can occur, leading to risk of infection and bleeding. Your doctor will do regular blood tests. Tell your doctor if you have a fever, sore throat, or mouth/throat swelling or unusual bleeding.